The Ducks are blessed with five fine running backs and an excellent running backs coach. One of the players at the top of the depth chart is Jeremiah "Stiffy" Johnson, who has proven to be as effective for the Ducks in game situations as his more-heralded running mate Jonathan Stewart.

Here are excerpts from Friday's interview, with a link to the full audio at the bottom:

DSA: What is your best asset as a running back?

JJ: I think I've got a lot of vision. I can look at the field and make decisions I need to make. My vision and power. I don't use my power that much on the field because I do other things, but when I do, people will be amazed.